Stories written by Donna Kelly

LAOS: What People Cannot Eat is of Great Importance to Women – Part 2

By Donna Kelly
"When I was born my mother could not eat anything but tiny fish and tea made from herbs for one whole year," says Dr Bhounsouane. "She was so weak that she could hardly walk. Post partum food taboos (phit kam) are a major problem in Laos for women," he said.
50 percent of Lao children are undersized Credit: Donna Kelly/IPS

LAOS: Land Legislation Disempowers Women – Part 1

By Donna Kelly
Ki is seven years old but looks more like three. His legs are bowed and skull misshapen. He looked at me with a blank stare. The health worker, Kheo, suggests rickets.
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